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(3 articles)Procurement
ModerateJun 5, 2026Calculate True Truck Cost: Interest Can Add 20-35% to Purchase Price
This article addresses a critical gap in decision-making among owner-operators and small trucking companies: the difference between monthly payment amounts and the true total cost of vehicle financing
FreightWaves#truck-financing#owner-operator-costs#loan-amortization
Sustainability & ESG
High ImpactMay 12, 2026Fleet Electrification Strategy Shifts Amid Policy Reversals
The 2026 State of Sustainable Fleets report shows fleet managers navigating unprecedented policy volatility by spreading investments across multiple alternative fuel pathways rather than betting on a
FreightWaves#fleet-electrification#sustainable-transportation#alternative-fuels
Procurement
ModerateMay 11, 2026Uncover Hidden Costs via Total Cost of Ownership Analysis
This article addresses a fundamental challenge facing procurement and supply chain professionals: the inability to see beyond direct unit costs when evaluating suppliers and logistics partners. Total
Supply Chain Dive#total-cost-of-ownership#hidden-costs#procurement-strategy